Limitless The Strongest Revenant

"When I lost my hand, I drank myself into depression and eventually died in a hit-and-run. My {Fate} is called {Son of the Forge}. In exchange for being cursed to look like a dwarf, my ability to create blades has improved immensely."

"Addison, are you by any chance from the North?" I asked reflexively.

"I don't think so, my lord. But I never knew my parents, so I wouldn't know. I was raised by my grandfather in the boonies."

Except for the Sirens and my squad of misfits. This was perhaps the only time I learned of the {Fates} of my people.

At first I wanted to call Cynthia a stupid moron for dying just because of a test. But wasn't I the same? Even though I died to save Jas, my actions were extremely stupid to most people.

Addison, on the other hand, died in an accident. That is, until you connect it to the man who drank himself into depression. He must have died crossing the street drunk or something.

In terms of stupidity, it may have been dumber than my own death, but it was still smarter than Cynthia's.

It reminded me again how different people were. That while we were all fighting in hell, we had our own reasons for living our own lives.

"Then does your {Fate} help you mold swords using soul?"

"Yes. I usually sold backup weapons for the manifested. It was hardly profitable, but at least it kept me busy. My blades were harder than normal because of my imaging technique."

"I see. So while everyone's process is the same, their {fates} naturally affect what each of them imagines. This causes a huge gap between those who can make popular products and those who cannot," I guessed.

All three production reapers nodded in silence. Much like the Death Seekers and Adventurers, they also seemed to have their own problems.

"Then will {Bestow} help?"

"OF COURSE IT WILL!" x3

Seeing the gleam in their eyes, I raised my hand to stop them. The looks they gave me were similar to nerds trying to explain their favorite comic book.

"I know you all have a lot to say, but tell me later. I am just a death seeker. I have no idea how this would affect your profession. I just want to show you all that you must accept your {fates}.

"Off the top of my head, I thought this would be a good way to get around the soulgear restrictions. For example, boots that make you run faster, glasses that make you smarter, you get the idea."

I then turned to the three men waiting patiently for me.

"That goes for the three of you. Change the blood you have with this new vials and use {Bestow} as much as you need. Even the US military has different types of ammunition, right? Play with the idea and come up with your own fighting styles. Brainstorm if you need to. That was all I had to say!"

"Yes, my lord!" x6

The three Production Reapers and the three Death Seekers all began to discuss what the army needed at this time. Their fervor was similar to that of the people who had ideas for startups. Even from where I stood, I could hear the gears turning in their heads.

'Although, technically, if I wanted the entire army to become stronger, the best way would be to grant them {Limitless}.'

[Indeed, my lord. That would be the easiest way. However, the manner that you envision would also work. Given enough enhancements to Hellsend's equipment, it is quite possible to reach the level of competence granted by {Limitless}.]

'Yes, but the problem with equipment is that it can be stolen. {Auto} makes it impossible, but still.'

Just then, the girls all started to join my conversation with Exa.

'Honey, what's the real reason why you don't want to give everyone {Limitless}?'

'I also wish to know, dearest. That restriction for just the seven of us was something added by you. It is incredibly sweet. But theoretically, you could give it to everyone as a single {Kismet}.'

When Bella and Lilly asked me such a direct question, I could hardly lie. So I shared my pessimistic view.

'It is so that if everyone betrays me later, they cannot use our power against us.'

'Beloved, these people willingly fought a demon for you. And you still draw boundaries with them?'

"Possum is that kind of person. I can't say I'm surprised.'

'Husband, if this is your reason, then you should give them {Limitless} all the more.'

At Jasmine's thoughts, I couldn't help but ask.

'Why? I don't understand, Wifey, please explain.'
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'It's probably because you are kind, Shujin. What Jas is suggesting is using {Limitless} as a shackle. Mafia's use it all the time. Even the manga you read should have it. You should be familiar with the concept of kill switches, Anata.'

Kill switch. It was when a tyrannical group planted bombs in the brains of their soldiers in media. It serves as an insurance policy, an incentive, and a deterrent to rebellion.

By dangling the hope of its removal, you have a carrot. Conversely, you could force anyone with a kill switch to do your bidding or use them as an example to others. making it a very big stick.

'A carrot and a stick in one. You want me to put a kill switch on {Limitless}?'

'YEAH! Just like I did with [Whisper]! We can inject a death resonance command for suicide or something! That way, if they ever try to betray us! It would be really easy to kill them all, Darling! Just make them poof!

We can even vote! Of course, I am in favor of it!'

'That would be extremely useful. However, I would like to point out that if they are found out, it will turn everyone against us instead. Whatever goodwill or credibility Honey has built up will crumble like sand. There are less drastic ways to control and manipulate. This is just fucked up. I vote against.'

'Even the most loyal dog will bite its owner's hand if starved enough. I agree with Jas, Anata. If you think there is a chance that we will fight with Hellsend in the future, this is the best insurance. Our family is all that matters, I vote in favor.'

'Beloved, you are not weak. You have no need to use such vile tactics. Please don't go through with this. If someone were to put bombs in my head, could you forgive him? I will not stop you, but this is something I abhor with every fiber of my being. I vote against.'

'Wake up Liv, people stab people in the back all the time. Cunts even more so. Possum, I vote to in favor. That way, even if an enemy gets it, we can use it without them knowing. Humans are dickheads who only think of themselves!'

'I was the one who suggested it. Of course I am in favor, Husband. A sword can be used to save or destroy. This is similar. As long as the one who controls {Limitless} is you, I am fine with giving you the trigger.'

'Dearest, this solution, if you even wish to call it that, is despicable. Why kill someone from behind like a coward? If someone wants to betray us, let him die in battle. Not like this. These are the actions of people who have not a shred of honor. I refuse to be a part of this.

I vote against!'

Four in favor and three against. What should one choose in cases like this? Practicality, ethics, or safety?

I knew that whatever I chose would ultimately determine how I ruled my domain. And unfortunately, it was something I could not put off any longer.